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Team Leader Engineering (Public Works)

Location: Rhinelander, WIType: FullTime | Salaried | Primarily In Person (with flexibility as needed) | Flex Time Eligible

MSA is hiring a Team Leader to manage a high-performing Public Works team in Rhinelander, WI! The Public Works team supports a wide variety of municipal infrastructure projects across the upper Midwest, with a strong focus on the greater Rhinelander area. 

Due to a recent retirement, this is a unique opportunity to step right into a strong and cohesive group of Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Engineering Technicians that support common project types, including but not limited to: utilities, road reconstructions, parks/trails, stormwater, water/wastewater, and more.

All experience levels, even those who may not meet all qualifications, are encouraged to apply as we are passionate about mentoring, developing talent, and helping great people grow into great leaders. 

This position requires being regularly available in the Rhinelander office, and relocation assistance may be considered for candidates not currently in the area. 

MSA specializes in the sustainable development of communities and is proud to be 100% employee owned. With roots reaching back to 1919, MSA has grown from a rural land survey company into a leading multidisciplinary firm of over 550 engineers, architects, planners, funding experts, surveyors, GIS experts, environmental scientists, and more who are committed to making communities better places to live, work, and play. 

Come join the ownership team here! 

Employee Testimonial:

"As an employee-owned company (100% ESOP), working at MSA is not just a job. We're genuine co-owners, and this ESOP setup promotes a culture of collaboration and engagement throughout MSA because we all have a direct financial interest as owners."

-Project Engineer Transportation, Cedar Rapids Office

Role Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor engineering staff, technicians, and project managers within the public works team.
• Be a trusted advisor for municipal clients, county agencies, and public stakeholders.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers, surveyors, planners, and environmental specialists.
• Prepare and review project proposals, budgets, schedules, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, engineering standards, and permitting requirements.
• Support business development efforts by building client relationships and identifying new project opportunities.
• Provide strategic direction for public works initiatives, capital improvement programs, and long-term municipal infrastructure planning.
• Other duties as assigned

What you bring

Skills & Knowledge / Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) or equivalent experience required
• 7+ years of experience in consulting engineering required
• Professional Engineer license (PE) preferred
• 1+ years of experience mentoring/managing staff preferred
• This position requires you to have authorization to work in the United States for any employer. We will not provide sponsorship for this position

• Immediate ownership with 100+ years of community impact
• Collaborative culture with in-house experts for all disciplines across the firm
• Flexible worklife integration
• Ongoing learning and professional growth opportunities for all positions
• Commitment to fostering a work environment where employees have a strong sense of inclusion and belonging
• Included on the "ENR Top 500 Design Firms" for over 27 straight years

• Compensation Range: $112,240 - $179,584 (commensurate with experience)
• Flex Time: Work 42 hours this week? Have 2 hours added to your Flex Time balance to use as time off in the future
• ESOP: Receive MSA stock shares annually, at no cost to the employee 
• Medical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse, domestic partner, and eligible dependents
• 20+ days PTO (potentially higher pending experience) + 8 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave regardless of birth parent
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Shortterm incentive program for annual bonus opportunities 
• Companypaid life & disability insurance

*Full eligibility requirements for listed benefits will be discussed during the hiring process

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. At MSA, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual's race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hr@msa-ps.com

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer